Parasicyos maculatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maculatus
ID:
1301822
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dieterle
Source:
tro
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 32: 289 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001301160
Common Names
- Parasicyos Maculatus
- Spotted Parasicyos
- Maculatus Parasicyos
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Parasicyos maculatus (also called Spotted Parasicyos, among many other common names) is an annual herb of the Cucurbitaceae family native to the Caribbean islands. It has small, green leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as along riverbanks and in rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Parasicyos maculatus can be used as an ornamental plant, as a ground cover, and as a source of food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Parasicyos maculatus has five white petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Parasicyos maculatus is a fast-growing, annual vine that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix, and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and placed in a moist, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Parasicyos maculatus
Parasicyos maculatus is native to Central America. It can be found in wet forests and along streams.
Parasicyos maculatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Parasicyos maculatus?
Parasicyos maculatus
What are the common names of Parasicyos maculatus?
Cucumber Vine, Wild Cucumber
What is the growth habit of Parasicyos maculatus?
It is a climbing vine with tendrils
Species in the Parasicyos genus
Species in the Cucurbitaceae family
Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-9201099: Based on the initial data import
Jennie van Ackeren Dieterle (1909-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dieterle' in the authors string.